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Chris is An average working, single woman with tremendous concern for my significant friend. Perhaps someone in this site will be able to share their advice for the wonderful man who has decided to do nothing about his just confirmed cancer. I agree with his dec
I'm a mother to one, grand other to two! I hold a mid-management

He's trying very hard to be optimistic. The day of his diagnosis, we...

07/16/08
Chris
Category:Prostate Cancer

My 80 year old friend was just diagnosed with a number of 50..what is that?

I assume that "50" is a very bad number and he has chosen to not seek any form of curative treatment.  I agree with his decision but what can he expect regarding this affecting his overall health...and pain management?

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